27/05/2026
Sometimes, no matter how desperately we want love to conquer all, unfortunately, despite our best efforts, it is not enough.
When little Angelo came into our care just over a month ago, we knew that he had an uphill battle ahead of him, but we were so hopeful that with time, good nutrition, love and care, he would defy the odds and live a long life.
Initially, despite being blind and having some issues with his back legs, Angelo seemed to thrive. He quickly doubled his weight, gained confidence and became a happy puppy so we made the decision to look for an extra special foster family for him and incredibly, we found it.
Tom, Bec and family fell in love the minute they saw Angelo. They vowed to love and take care of him as if he were their own. They understood that Angelo’s future was uncertain but that didn’t stop them from giving their all.
Angelo spent a couple of weeks playing, cuddling and soaking up the sun. He gained more weight, his coat became softer and he loved being a part of such a loving family. Tragically though, it wasn’t to last.
On Saturday morning, Angelo wasn’t doing well. His eyes were flickering from side to side, and he was walking in circles. We immediately got a vet appointment with the closest vet, and they ran blood tests and examined him before determining that he either had a mild infection or there was something wrong with his brain.
Angelo was sent home on antibiotics and some steroids to start if there was no improvement within a couple of days. Although initially he seemed to improve, by Monday things were not where they should be, so he had an urgent appointment with Dr Trin.
At this stage, Angelo was coping ok. He did not seem to be distressed, and his circling had improved a little bit, so the decision was made to change his medication and see if we could stabilise his neurological condition.
Again, he seemed to rally but it was short lived and this morning, Angelo appeared distressed and, for the first time, he seemed to be struggling.
Another urgent trip to see Dr Trin confirmed the truth that none of us wanted to hear. Angelo’s quality of life was slipping away, and he was starting to suffer. The heartbreaking decision was made to give Angelo his wings.
Surrounded by his loving foster parents, Angelo crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. He left peacefully and calmly, as he deserved.
In the short time Angelo was a KPR kid, he knew nothing but love, kindness and a full tummy and as we grieve for the life he should have had, we are thankful that he came into our lives.
Tom and Bec, thank you for everything. For loving Angelo as if he would live forever, for advocating for him, for being so honest in your communications with our team and the vets and for putting Angelo’s needs first. We are so sorry that you are hurting so badly but please know that we are sending you all the love and strength that we can muster.
Tonight, we choose to believe that Angelo is frolicking with his newfound friends, over the Rainbow bridge and whilst those of us who are left behind are heartbroken, we are grateful that Angelo received so much love in his last few weeks earthside.
Please send your love, prayers and compassion to Angelo’s foster family. We know that nothing can take their pain away, but we hope that when they are ready, they can take the love the had for Angelo and share it with another KPR kid.
Sam 💔
